Spring Exceptionelle
Lot 60:
Description
Keywords: No reserve, straw marquetry buffet, two-part cabinet, secret locking mechanisms, French marquetry furniture, geometric inlay, decorative sideboard, hidden compartments, late 19th century
Summary:
French straw marquetry buffet cabinet, executed in two sections and richly decorated with intricate geometric and architectural inlay. The cabinet incorporates three concealed locking mechanisms, demonstrating both technical ingenuity and decorative sophistication.
The upper section features beveled glass doors operated by a hidden push-button release. Interior shelving is designed for display, making the piece suitable as both a vitrine and a functional buffet.
The lower section includes drawers and paneled doors adorned with architectural imagery inspired by the Hôtel de Ville. These compartments open via concealed lever and foot-activated mechanisms, revealing hidden storage areas integrated seamlessly into the design.
Crafted in France in the late 19th century, the cabinet was likely produced for salon display or exhibition submission. The piece is constructed in two sectional components, with a removable top gallery, allowing for easier transport and flexible installation.
Measurement: All: 95 x 51 x 19 1/4 in. (241.3 x 129.5 x 48.9 cm.) Top: W/o Crown: 45 1/4 x 37 x 12 1/2 in. (114.9 x 94 x 31.8 cm.), Bottom: 39 1/2 x 51 x 19 1/4 in. (100.3 x 129.5 x 48.9 cm.) Approx
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